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During the two-day visit, Kobayashi’s delegation toured the Philippine Coast Guard and the Metro Manila Subway Project, one of the country’s flagship infrastructure initiatives supported by Japan.

Japan policy leader visits Philippines, reaffirms security and economic cooperation

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KCC Philippines opens 2026 “Kwentong Korea” film contest

January 19, 2026

Ambassador Jing Quan (center) and members of the Philippine Council for Foreign Relations exchange views on issues of mutual concern, including maritime concerns and bilateral cooperation.
PHOTO FROM CHINESE EMBASSY

Chinese Ambassador meets with the Philippine Council for Foreign Relations

January 19, 2026

French Ambassador Marie Fontanel at the 25th anniversary celebration
of Delfingen in the Philippines. PHOTO FROM FRENCH EMBASSY

French ambassador joins Delfingen’s 25th year celebration

January 19, 2026

DAVID HALDANE

A lifetime of change

January 19, 2026

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Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro (left) and Thai Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeow PHOTO FROM PHILIPPINE EMBASSY IN THAILAND

Philippines, Thailand reinforce enduring ties as Manila assumes ASEAN chairmanship

The New Year flag-raising ceremony, organized by the Taiwanese Chamber of the South Philippines (TCSPI), brings together Taiwanese business leaders, community representatives, and volunteers to mark the start of the year and highlight deepening Taiwan–Philippines relations.

New Year flag-raising in Cavite highlights growing ties between Taiwan and PH

Participants and speakers of the 16th Free Linguistics Conference PHOTOS FROM UST

UST hosts global linguistics conference with delegates from 15 countries

DAVID HALDANE

Maduro’s ignominious downfall

By David Haldane - January 12, 2026

The NPAP Philippines Steering Board convene to chart the next phase of the country’s multi-sector push to address plastic pollution and accelerate circular economy. Participants comprise representatives from government, the private sector, civil society, academia, and development partners to review progress and aligned priorities for 2026.

UNDP-backed partnership positions Philippines for regional leadership on plastic pollution

PH, Japan unveil logo for 2026 Friendship Year

The 4th Philippines-Brunei Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation discuss on increasing collaborations in the fields of defense, trade and investment, agriculture, aquaculture and initiatives towards peace consolidation in Mindanao. PHOTO FROM DFA MANILA

PH, Brunei reaffirm strong ties at 4th joint commission meeting

DAVID HALDANE

The case against birthright citizenship

By David Haldane - January 5, 2026

World Food Program Philippines Country Director Regis Chapman and JT's Manukan Grille President and CEO Joel Torre ink a partnership to reach more food-insecure schoolchildren and families across the country. PHOTO BY BEA IGLESIA/WFP PHILIPPINES

World Food Program, JT’s resto chain partner to support nationwide feeding for schoolchildren

DAVID HALDANE

Killing your parents

By David Haldane - December 29, 2025

Qatari Ambassador Ahmed bin Saad Al-Homidi PHOTO FROM QATAR EMBASSY

Ambassador leads Qatar National Day in Manila

Deputy Ambassador Ester Buzgan delivers her opening remarks during “Ngayong Pasko, Salo Tayo,” the annual outreach program led by the Shalom Club–Nueva Ecija, joined this year by the Embassy of Israel in Manila. PHOTOS FROM ISRAEL EMBASSY

Israel Embassy joins Shalom Club Nueva Ecija for annual holiday outreach

US Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Robert Ewing (fifth from left) and Department of Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. (fifth from right) join Philippine officials and international experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center PHOTOS FROM US EMBASSY

US-supported workshop aims for safer, tsunami-ready Philippines

Japanese Ambassador Kazuya Endo and Sugar Regulatory Administration Administrator Pablo Luis Azcona PHOTOS FROM JAPAN EMBASSY

Ambassador Endo visits Negros Occidental

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Australia–PH ties stronger with launch of new Brisbane-Cebu route on Jetstar

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Proving ownership of social media accounts in criminal cases

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Rescuers search for landslide victims in Pasirlangu village, Bandung, West Java on January 25, 2026, after the disaster killed 16 people and left around 80 missing. AFP PHOTO

Indonesia resumes search for dozens missing in deadly landslide

A view of a 2024 Toyota Tundra 4x4 truck, Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, in Kennesaw, Georgia. AP PHOTO

Toyota recalls 162,000 trucks over faulty screens

Designer Veronique Nichanian accepts applause after the Hermes Fall/Winter 2026-2027 Men's collection presented in Paris, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. AP PHOTO

Hermès menswear designer Nichanian takes final bow after 37 years

The Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao recovered four bodies and debris believed to be part of the sunken MBCA Amejara southwest of Balut Island, Davao Occidental, during retrieval operations in close coordination with the Eastern Mindanao Command, Office of Civil Defense Region, the Philippine Coast Guard and other concerned agencies. FACEBOOK/ NAVAL FORCES EASTERN MINDANAO

Navy recovers 4 bodies from sunken vessel off Davao Occidental

Policemen seized phenylacetone, an ingredient in the making of illegal drugs, and other paraphernalia during an operation in Caloocan City. FACEBOOK/ALONG MALAPITAN

P10M prohibited chemicals, equipment seized in Caloocan

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Marlon Martin of the Save the Ifugao Terraces Movement says weaving helps farmers in Ifugao to earn extra income. This helps them sustain their families while continuing to care for the rice terraces.
Photo by Liza T. Agoot/PNA

'U.G., An Underground Tale' by Benjamin Pimentel gives an insightful view of Ed Jopson’s dramatic journey as 'a young, talented Filipino [who] gives up his life of privilege to help fight for the poor and powerless.' PHOTOS FROM THE BOOK

Campus Press

Indeed, a man for others

By Pocholo Concepcion

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Understanding Boomers, Gen Xers, Gen Ys, Gen Zs

Coral is visible in the protected area of France’s Porquerolles National Park on June 6, 2025. PHOTO BY ANNIKA HAMMERSCHLAG VIA AP

Green Industries

Historic High Seas Treaty activates to protect international marine life

By Associated Press

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. meets with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the ADSW 2026 Summit. PHOTO FROM THE PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE

When trade meets sustainability